- Is compounded tirzepatide the same as Mounjaro or Zepbound?
- No. It uses the same active ingredient, tirzepatide, but it is made by a compounding pharmacy and is not FDA-approved. Brand versions have clinical trial data and consistent manufacturing.
- Do I need a prescription?
- Yes. Tirzepatide is a prescription medication, and a licensed clinician should review your history before you start. Compounded versions still require a prescription.
- What side effects should I expect?
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and reduced appetite are the most common. They usually ease over weeks but can be severe; report persistent vomiting or abdominal pain to a clinician.
- How is it injected?
- It is a liquid injected under the skin, typically once a week. Your prescriber sets the dose and titration schedule; follow their instructions rather than the label alone.
- Can I use FSA or HSA funds?
- The listing says it is FSA/HSA eligible. Confirm with your plan administrator, since eligibility for compounded medications varies.
- Who should not use it?
- It is for adults only. People with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2, or who are pregnant or breastfeeding, should not use it.
- Where is the InstaRx Compounded Tirzepatide Injection 1-Month Supply cheapest?
- At InstaRx, for $248.00, as of our latest check.